Cloud Solutions Architect - Remote

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Solutions Architect to join a fully remote engineering team. You will design, develop, and implement scalable, secure cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP, driving cloud strategy from anywhere.

We value autonomy, strong communication, and a passion for modern DevOps. The role emphasizes IaC, cloud security, and collaboration with cross-functional teams on impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in cloud architecture and design across AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Strong understanding of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless technologies.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
• Excellent communication and remote stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS/Sol Pract) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable cloud solutions based on client requirements.
• Lead migration of on-premises infrastructure to cloud environments.
• Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Define cloud security policies, best practices, and governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure smooth deployment and operation of cloud services.
• Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies and provide strategic recommendations.

Skills

Cloud architecture

DevOps

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins / CI-CD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Cloud Solutions Architect to join their fully remote engineering team. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and implementing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions across major platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP. This role demands a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, microservices, and modern DevOps practices. As a remote-first organization, we value autonomy, excellent communication, and a passion for leveraging cloud technology to solve complex business challenges, regardless of geographical location. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape cloud strategy from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions based on client requirements.
• Lead the migration of existing on-premises infrastructure to cloud environments.
• Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Define cloud security policies, best practices, and governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure smooth deployment and operation of cloud services.
• Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies and provide strategic recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience (7+ years) in cloud architecture and design, with expertise in at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless technologies.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, especially in a remote setting.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for stock options.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies on impactful projects.